2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB9 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
